Fairview Lake Dam
Virginia — Fairfax County — Holmes Run
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Fairfax |
| River | Holmes Run |
| Coordinates | 38.86990, -77.21300 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 202 ft |
| NID Storage | 785 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 785 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 3, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Fairfax County Board of Supervisors |
| Other Name | Holmes Run #2a |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.